I had a consult two years ago and due to my measurements, BWD 11.75, 5'4'', 110lbs, we decided on either 385 or 415 cc high profile implants. Fast forward to now and my measurements are BWD 11cm, 5'4'', 110lbs and the same surgeon says 240 cc moderate profile or 295 cc high profile is the maximum that I can go. What could be the reason for the decrease in BWD over this time? Can I go larger than 295 cc? Currently 30D looking to go 32DD (pre-breastfeeding size).
Answer: Change in breast width over time Hello, it is possible for breast width to change with overall fluctuations in weight, pregnancy, breastfeeding, age-related atrophy, etc. The other possibility is imprecision when taking the measurement. Breasts do not have exactly defined borders but rather they gradually slope down to the chest so their width is an estimate. It is not uncommon for a patient to come to me, having seen another surgeon, and our breast width measurements are not identical. Regarding your question about the best implant size for you, the surgeon who did an in-person examination will be the best source of advice. Thank you for your question.
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Answer: Change in breast width over time Hello, it is possible for breast width to change with overall fluctuations in weight, pregnancy, breastfeeding, age-related atrophy, etc. The other possibility is imprecision when taking the measurement. Breasts do not have exactly defined borders but rather they gradually slope down to the chest so their width is an estimate. It is not uncommon for a patient to come to me, having seen another surgeon, and our breast width measurements are not identical. Regarding your question about the best implant size for you, the surgeon who did an in-person examination will be the best source of advice. Thank you for your question.
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June 19, 2022
Answer: Choosing the right size and profile breast implants for you After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants, and they choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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June 19, 2022
Answer: Choosing the right size and profile breast implants for you After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants, and they choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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June 8, 2022
Answer: Breast width The change in your BWD may simply be a measuring error. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon as well as your goals for surgery. Together you can select the implant that will best fit your body and help you achieve the look you are wanting.
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June 8, 2022
Answer: Breast width The change in your BWD may simply be a measuring error. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon as well as your goals for surgery. Together you can select the implant that will best fit your body and help you achieve the look you are wanting.
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June 7, 2022
Answer: Implants Breast diameter is so inaccurate that I’m not surprised you would get different measurement especially if from two doctors. Some one came up with this dumb idea years ago and many surgeons adopted it. I think somebody your size would not want to go over 400 cc’s. A surgeon should just be able to look at a patient and ask you what size you want to be able to determine implant size.
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June 7, 2022
Answer: Implants Breast diameter is so inaccurate that I’m not surprised you would get different measurement especially if from two doctors. Some one came up with this dumb idea years ago and many surgeons adopted it. I think somebody your size would not want to go over 400 cc’s. A surgeon should just be able to look at a patient and ask you what size you want to be able to determine implant size.
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June 7, 2022
Answer: Revision surgery Dear Modest769784,
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June 7, 2022
Answer: Revision surgery Dear Modest769784,
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